Financing to buy a business or open a franchise.
Buying a business is a big step. We help you understand your financing options before you sign, so the deal you negotiate is one you can fund.
What we finance
Established businesses. Car washes, restaurants, and other operating small businesses of the kind an entrepreneur would buy and run.
Franchises. Buying into a franchise, or adding units to one you already own.
Business and real estate together. Many acquisitions include the building. We can look at the business purchase and the property as one plan.
Who this is for
Entrepreneurs buying a business to own and run, and existing business owners buying another.
What we look at
- The business's financial history and how it earns its money
- The purchase price and how the deal is structured
- Your experience and how much cash you can put in
- Whether real estate is part of the purchase
You do not need a signed agreement to start. Many buyers talk to us while they are still deciding.
What to bring to the first call
- The type of business or the franchise brand, and where it is
- The approximate price
- Whether the building is included or leased
- Your background in this kind of business, and your timing
Please do not send tax returns, bank statements, or Social Security numbers through the website.
Common questions
Can you help me buy a franchise?
Yes. Tell us the brand and how many units you are considering.
Can I buy the business and the building together?
Often. Tell us about both, and we will look at them as one plan. See Own Your Building for the real estate side.
Is the first call a financing approval?
No. It is a conversation about options and requirements. Terms depend on the business, the deal, and lender review.